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Hi-Tech Tattoos

NewDealDesign Imagines Embedded Wearable Technology

— November 8, 2014 — Tech
The boom of the wearable technology industry has prompted NewDealDesign, the masterminds behind the FitBit, to imagine the future of such devices; they came up with hi-tech tattoos. Essentially, they believe that wearable will eventually lead to embedded. Considering how big the tattoo industry is as well, this is something that many people may be inclined to entertain.

Of course, hi-tech tattoos is not the same thing as good ol' ink. After all, there becomes the issue of privacy and tracking. Yet NDD envisions hi-tech tattoos as very harmless and helpful. People would be able to benefit from dynamic authentication, accurate biometrics, convenience as well as a more intimate uses including self-expression and more. The hi-tech tattoo was specifically designed by Jaeha Yoo.
Trend Themes
1. Hi-tech Tattoos - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the wearable technology industry, as embedded tattoos offer dynamic authentication and accurate biometrics.
2. Embedded Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity for the tattoo industry as wearable technology becomes integrated into tattoos, allowing for self-expression and convenient functions.
3. Privacy and Tracking - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the privacy and tracking industry as hi-tech tattoos raise concerns and require solutions for data security and privacy.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - Embedded hi-tech tattoos present a disruptive innovation opportunity in the wearable technology industry, offering new features and functions.
2. Tattoo - Innovative opportunities for disruptive technologies in the tattoo industry as hi-tech tattoos combine traditional art with embedded wearable technology.
3. Privacy and Tracking - Disruptive innovation opportunity in the privacy and tracking industry as hi-tech tattoos raise privacy concerns and necessitate new solutions for data protection and tracking.
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